Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome

It’s often the tiniest hearts that need the most help from the start. That’s why Nemours pediatric heart experts specialize in early detection and repair of congenital heart defects. If your child’s been diagnosed with hypoplastic left heart syndrome, which is an underdevelopment of the left side of the heart, we’re here to ease your concerns, answer your questions, and give your child the best possible chance for a healthy future.

Nemours duPont Pediatrics, Dover is part of Nemours’ network of primary care practices that offers access to high-quality pediatric care for families throughout the Delaware Valley. At Nemours duPont Pediatrics, Dover, in addition to primary care pediatrics, we also offer the expertise of pediatric cardiologists from the Nemours Cardiac Center at Nemours/Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children, who can diagnose and treat congenital heart defects.

The Nemours Cardiac Center is ranked among the nation’s best in pediatric cardiology and cardiac surgery by U.S. News & World Report. So you know you’re getting some of the best pediatric cardiac care available.

Getting an Early Start

You may know that most children with heart conditions are born with congenital heart defects. But did you know that the sooner your child can get diagnosed and treated, the better? You can count on our pediatric cardiology experts to give you an accurate, swift diagnosis. Our team at Nemours duPont Pediatrics, Dover will recommend treatment, too — from innovative, nonsurgical catheter procedures in some instances to surgery for more complex cases.

Understanding Congenital Heart Defects

When your child has a heart condition, learning as much as you can about the problem can help make things much less stressful and scary — for you, your child and your whole family. Understanding congenital heart defects can help you talk to your child about what what to expect. Plus, the more you know, the more informed you can be to make educated decisions about — and be a better advocate for — your child’s health care.

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